Spanakopita triangles are a delicious Greek appetizer or snack made with flaky phyllo pastry and a savory spinach and feta cheese filling. These triangular pastries are crispy on the outside and filled with a flavorful mixture of spinach, onions, herbs, and cheese on the inside.
To make spanakopita triangles, you’ll start by preparing the filling. Sauté chopped onions and garlic in olive oil until softened, then add chopped spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool. Stir in crumbled feta cheese, chopped fresh dill, parsley, salt, pepper, and a beaten egg to bind the filling together.
Next, you’ll assemble the triangles. Lay out a sheet of phyllo pastry and brush it lightly with melted butter or olive oil. Place another sheet of phyllo on top and brush with butter. Cut the layered phyllo into strips, then place a spoonful of the spinach and feta filling at one end of each strip. Fold the phyllo over the filling to form a triangle, continuing to fold until you reach the end of the strip. Brush the outside of the triangle with butter to seal it.
Place the spanakopita triangles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake in a preheated oven until golden brown and crispy, about 20-25 minutes.
Spanakopita triangles are best served warm and can be enjoyed as a delicious appetizer, snack, or light meal. They can be served on their own or with a side of tzatziki sauce for dipping. Enjoy these tasty Greek pastries as a flavorful addition to your next gathering!
INGREDIENTS:
1 EGG
125 ml (1/2 cup) MILK
125 ml (3/5 cup) VEGETABLE OIL
2 tbsp WATER
1 tsp SALT
FETA CHEESE
SPINACH
SALT AND PEPPER TO TASTE
3 rolls PHYLLO DOUGH
POPPY SEEDS, FOR GARNISHING
1 EGG YOLK, FOR BRUSHING
Instructions
Mix egg, milk, oil, water, and salt in a bowl.
Lay a sheet of filo pastry on a clean surface. Pour a little of the mixture, and spread over the entire sheet.
Repeat twice, getting a total of 3 layers.
Mix the feta cheese with the cooked spinach. Pour the feta and spinach over the phyllo pastry.
Roll from one end to the other to obtain a long strip. Make sure to seal the edges properly with the egg wash, otherwise, the filling will leak out while cooking.
Cut into triangles and place on a baking tray.
Brush each triangle with egg yolk.
Sprinkle with poppy seeds and bake at 180ºC (356°F) for 15 minutes.
Remove the tray from the oven, serve and enjoy!
Enjoy